Stage technology?

Question

What is the definition of Stage Technology (i.e. lighting) ?

Thanks in advance!

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Answer 1

I just responded to this exact Q 2 days ago I think.

   Commonly known as Theater Technology in a school program sense, it involves learning all aspects of

"production" work as it relates to being a CREW member for things such as

Load in/Load out

Curtain Hanging

Pipe work

Drops/Scrims

Lighting, all types, including Par and follow spots, also including knowledge and installation of Gels and Gobo's

Audio Visual techs for monitors and sound, as well as any on/off stage projection, such as power point.

Installing the set loaded in.

Occasional moving, on and off stage of large set pieces Blocked.

Etc.

   In a Theater sense, most crew belong to IATSE.

  Certainly it's beneficial for SM's and ASM's to also understand the same aspects, while not being allowed to do any actual set up.